Gear Review
The North Face Arnuva 50 Boa Trail Running Shoe - Men's
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By Ad Inglis
Ranked #524 - Men's Trail Run Shoes
June 30, 2009
Tried these on in store and loved the fit and easy boa lacing system. Pretty light as well.
The first time I took these out was just a light day hike... After about 6 hours total walking for the day both TNF logos had fallen off the shoe, most of the reflective stuff had rubbed off, and the sole was separating from the shoe!
Would hate to think what these would be like after a couple of days hard adventure racing!!!
So these got demoted and became my "river shoes" for kayaking/canoeing/etc. About 9 months down the track the dial on the back has snapped off so now the lacing system doesn't even work!!
Before everyone says "why didnt you send em back!", I'll say why... I bought them from a shop in Japan, hence the difficulty in returning. Emailed TNF and they said the only thing to do was return them to where they were purchased even if it was a few thousand Km's away.
So... yeah, usually a big fan of TNF but not these. Will get Salomon's next time!
View Details: The North Face Arnuva 50 Boa Trail Running Shoe - Men's
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- TPU-injected saddle, mesh
- Sole:
- TNF Tenacious Grip rubber
- Arch Support:
- Neutral
- Lacing:
- Boa
- Shank:
- X-2 polymer dampening on heel & forefoot
- Weight:
- [Pair, size 9] 1lb 9oz (710g)
- Recommended Use:
- Trail running, road running, endurance running, ultra running, overpronators
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.
2 Comments Last Reply: August 6, 2009 By: David Brooke
That's really strange... I've put around 100 hours on mine and that still look brand new after a clean. Trail running, river bed hiking, tough trail hiking. Really confused as to how your experience was so poor.
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I agree Stephen. I have abused my in a couple adventure races and the associated training. They are still in great condition.
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